As with many sages, Black Sage is said to have pain relieving properties. Its complex and shockingly strong aromatic properties leave me a bit skeptical as to whether a Black Sage infusion might upset the stomach.
The red-black berry is the most used part and the leaves and blue violet flowers also contain medicinal properties.
Although chiefly valued for its decorative fine-grained wood, the tree's bark, root, leaves, and nuts all have medicinal properties.
A tree native to Africa and Asia. It is primarily used for wood, but some species have medicinal properties and the red and black seeds are used for jewelry.
Common medicinal preparations of the black walnut tree include black walnut tincture, black walnut capsules, and black walnut tea. These preparations are often used for their antifungal, antibacterial, and antiparasitic properties, and are believed to be beneficial for conditions such as fungal infections, intestinal parasites, and skin conditions.
Contains large amounts of mucilage. Mucilage is a thick, slimy substance produced by plants. It has a soothing effect on mucous membranes.
Black Rhinos are killed for their horns, which are in demand on the black market for their perceived medicinal properties and as a status symbol. Despite being illegal, the trade in rhino horns continues due to high demand in some Asian countries.
Black haw medicinal effects include antispasmodic, sedative, astringent, muscle relaxant, cardiotonic, uterine relaxant, and anti-inflammatory.
Karuvapulai is known as "black cumin" or "nigella seeds" in English. Its scientific name is Nigella sativa. These seeds are commonly used as a spice in various cuisines and are also valued for their medicinal properties.
It's not extinct, but it is endangered. It was heavily hunted for trophies, and for its horn. In some societies the horn is considered to have medicinal properties, and in other it's highly sought after for ornamental purposes.
A black hellebore is one of two kinds of poisonous medicinal plants, Helleborus niger, or Veratrum nigrum.
A black cohosh is a variety of smooth herb, Latin name Actaea racemosa, marketed for medicinal use.
Black cohosh is known as "काळा कोहोष" (Kala Kohosh) in Marathi. It is a herbal supplement often used for its medicinal properties, particularly in managing menopause symptoms and menstrual issues. The plant is native to North America and is recognized for its potential benefits in women's health.